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If taking the morning after pill (levonorgestrel) should it not be placed in a car? if so, what happens if taken after being in heat?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Morning after: The pill should be kept away from moisture and/or heat.The pill may lose its effectiveness.

Answered 3/28/2014

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